Grid Modernisation Sector Lead

Overview

In this role, you will drive growth for AECOM’s Energy practice by leading grid modernization initiatives and advisory services. You’ll work with a cross-functional team to secure projects, build client relationships, and shape multi-year strategies that advance clean electricity and decarbonisation. You’ll engage utilities, developers, and public bodies to deliver impactful infrastructure programs. This is a chance to influence energy transition at scale within a global, innovation-driven firm.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working model
• career development opportunities
• AECOM University
• volunteering days
• well-being programs

Responsibilities

• develop and implement multi-year growth strategy with metrics and market insights
• identify and propose new projects, negotiate partnerships, and manage senior-level client relationships
• lead grid modernization advisory services in collaboration with the wider Advisory business
• build cross-organization solutions for key clients across Europe & India
• identify required team skills and support recruitment to enable growth
• establish relationships with regional utilities, developers, and government bodies
• support energy projects during execution with domain expertise
• demonstrate strong writing to communicate complex processes or ideas

Key requirements

• BEng/BA/BS in Engineering, Environmental Science/Policy, Design or closely related field
• proven ability to collaborate with a strategic interdisciplinary team of business development and delivery professionals
• strong understanding of energy policy, planning and project implementation
• strong understanding of Transmission & Distribution Networks
• significant experience in power, utilities, infrastructure or energy consulting
• proven track record in winning & delivering major infrastructure programmes
• technical knowledge in: grid modernisation strategies; network planning and connections; renewable integration; energy transition and decarbonisation; regulatory frameworks including RIIO and UK energy market structures
• interpersonal skills
• organizational skills
• creative problem-solving
• Grid modernisation strategies
• Network planning and connections
• Renewable integration

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